With the proper maintenance, a well-built wooden fence can last for up to 20 years. However, wear and tear from old age or severe weather conditions can reduce the integrity of the material, eventually requiring a fence replacement. Consider the guide below for common signs that you need a new fence for your property.

When to Replace Your Wooden Fence

1. Rotting Boards

While wooden fences are typically durable, they can experience rotting on occasion, making them less stable, as well as unattractive. Minor rotting found in one or two panels isn't always a cause for alarm and can typically be fixed by simply replacing the damaged panels. However, if you notice severe rot throughout your fence, it may be time to consider replacing it entirely.

2. Leaning

Fences lean for a variety of reasons, but it’s most commonly caused by inclement weather. Rain and snow can cause the ground to shift, weakening your fence posts, while high winds can cause an already unstable fence line to push to one side.

If the leaning isn’t extremely noticeable, or if it's centralized to a single location, it can typically be repaired by adjusting the fenceposts. If a large expanse of the fence is sagging, however, you'll probably need a fence replacement to resolve the issue.

3. Loose or Missing Hardware

As the panels on your fence shift, the nails, screws, fasteners, and hinges can become loose and fall off. While a loose panel or gate hinge can typically be replaced and tightened down, the wood can eventually become so deteriorated that it’ll no longer take a screw or nail.

Deteriorated fences can collapse, posing a risk to pets and small children. They can also leave your property vulnerable to wild animals. If the material is too old to replace the fittings, it's time to replace it.  

 

When you need to replace your wooden fence, contact the professionals at T & L Services in Anchorage, AK. Their skilled team proudly provides high-quality fencing services, including fence replacements and new installations, at competitive prices you can afford. With an in-depth knowledge of the terrain, their team will work with you to find the best solution to secure your property with work backed by their satisfaction guarantee. Contact them at (907) 333-0515 to request a quote or visit them online to learn more about their services.